A nurse has just admitted an elderly patient who appears malnourished following a fractured tibia. She is concerned about the patient's healing process related to insufficient protein levels
To assess the patient for protein deficiency, the nurse should review which of the following laboratory findings?
A) Hemoglobin
B) White blood cells
C) Albumin
D) TSH
Ans: C
Feedback: Serum albumin is a sensitive indicator of protein deficiency. Albumin levels of less than 3 g/mL are indicative of hypoalbuminemia.
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Select all that apply. 1. Assessing a skin rash 2. Applying antibiotic cream 3. Applying lotion to dry skin after a bath 4. Asking the nurse to look at an area of skin excoriation 5. Applying cream to the client's skin due to itching
A group of nurses is discussing various types of psychotherapy. What do they identify as universal practice principles among the different theories and methodologies? Select all that apply
1. Establishing goals 2. Using effective medications 3. Establishing a treatment time frame 4. Determining behavioral objectives 5. Establishing a therapeutic alliance
To prevent lipodystrophy, the nurse should administer insulin
a. at room temperature. b. at body temperature. c. straight from the refrigerator. d. at any convenient temperature.
Unnecessary restraint is:
a. False imprisonment b. Malpractice c. Negligence d. Involuntary seclusion